Old acquaintances! Enzo Maresca approves Manchester City's first major transfer of the summer

Manchester City could be ready to splash the cash to sign Chelsea's defender.

Details: According to renowned journalist and insider Graeme Bailey on his X social media page, incoming Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca has already given the green light for his first significant transfer of the summer window.

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Reports suggest Manchester City will try to sign the 23-year-old right-back from the Blues, Malo Gusto.

Maresca worked with Gusto at Chelsea and was deeply impressed by the Frenchman's performances.

Chelsea are open to letting Gusto go, but want at least £31 million for the defender.

This season, Gusto has made 49 appearances for Chelsea, scoring 3 goals and providing 5 assists. His contract with the Blues runs until 2030.

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